{"product_id":"mercedes-benz-the-1960s-w112-two-and-four-door-from-the-300se-sedan-to-the-300se-cabriolet-9781986791090","title":"MERCEDES-BENZ, The 1960s, W112 Two- and Four-Door: From the 300SE Sedan to the 300SE Cabriolet","description":"The innovative \u003cb\u003eMercedes 300SE W112\u003c\/b\u003e was the most technically advanced sedan at its launch in 1961. Yet it disappointed its makers in terms of its sales success. Image-wise it was a clever move, as every 190D owner saw a bit of that 300SE in his own car. Problem was, the targeted customer base was because of this similarity less amused. The two-door models were equally advanced and disappointed as much with their sales success. Today, these superb cars are highly regarded and fetch premium money, if in good condition. This 190-page guide, which was \u003cb\u003eupdated in August 2023\u003c\/b\u003e, tells with many new color photos the story of the W112 in definite detail. \u003cb\u003eA German version of this book is also available here on Amazon.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are some of the topics covered: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelopment of the W112 and W112C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 300SE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 300SE lang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe racing history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 300SE Coupe and Cabriolet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcerpts from the original sales brochures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300SE vs. Jaguar Mk 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW112 chassis number and data card explained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW112 buyer's guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint and interior options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 150 mostly recent color photos highlight many 300SE features, this includes the suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eThis guide ends with a free book offer. Enjoy!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith over 25 books and e-books written about Mercedes-Benz cars, Bernd S. Koehling has proven to be an authority on the brand. The books cover cars from the 1936 170V to the 2012 SL R231. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Bernd has been involved in the Mercedes scene since the early 1970s, when he restored his first 170 Cabrio B. Since then he has not only owned many classic Mercedes including a 220S, 300d Adenauer, 200D, 250SE, 280SE coupe 3.5, 300SEL, 350SL, 280E, 450SE, SLK230. He has also gained a wealth of knowledge and experience, which he shares with his readers in his books. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Mercedes has always been considered one of his favorite car manufacturers and Bernd has driven almost all Mercedes models built since the 1950s. His other weakness revolves around British cars, here especially Jaguar and Alvis.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Createspace Independent Publishing Platform","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50857634955538,"sku":"9781986791090","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_1ab45b3d-f247-4e54-ad2b-01f0b61d87e6.jpg?v=1737537178","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/mercedes-benz-the-1960s-w112-two-and-four-door-from-the-300se-sedan-to-the-300se-cabriolet-9781986791090","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}